A Delhi court has sought a response from Tihar jail authorities regarding the safety of two men accused of assaulting Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, following their claims of being beaten and threatened by fellow inmates.
A 12-member Indian shotgun squad is set to participate in the ISSF World Cup Shotgun stage in Almaty, Kazakhstan, with competitions beginning on Monday, May 4.
A one-year-old boy was kidnapped in Uttar Pradesh after his mother was hit by a car. Police swiftly rescued the child and detained two suspects.
The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) has agreed to rework its selection criteria after talks with the Sports Authority of India (SAI) following the suspension of an assessment camp due to alleged irregularities. The decision comes after concerns were raised about transparency and fair play in the selection process for the Commonwealth and Asian Games.
NorthEast United FC secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Inter Kashi in the Indian Super League, thanks to a late winner from substitute Parthib Gogoi.
West Bengal Police are investigating the murder of Chandranath Rath, a close aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, and have formed multiple teams to trace the assailants.
The CBI has registered an FIR in the alleged murder of Chandranath Rath, an aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, taking over the investigation from the state police following a request from the state government.
West Bengal Police have arrested three individuals from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar in connection with the murder of Chandranath Rath, an aide to Suvendu Adhikari. The arrests followed leads from a UPI transaction made at a toll plaza.
A 40-year-old lost Malayalam cinematic gem, John Abraham's Amma Ariyan, has been meticulously restored in 4K by the Film Heritage Foundation and is now set to grace the prestigious Cannes Classics section
The CBI is investigating the murder of Suvendu Adhikari's aide, Chandranath Rath, suspecting it was a meticulously planned contract killing. The investigation involves forensic analysis and examination of potential interstate criminal links.
The Indian U17 women's team is set to play China in the quarter-finals of the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup, with a spot in the 2026 FIFA U17 Women's World Cup at stake.
Gurugram Police arrested two men for allegedly kidnapping and assaulting a hotel owner, threatening him to shut down his business due to competition.
Police in Pune have registered a rioting case against a religious preacher and his supporters after an ink attack on an NCP (SP) spokesperson, following accusations of targeting spiritual leaders.
A robber was killed and a police inspector injured in an encounter in Dehradun after a property dealer was robbed at gunpoint.
Arjun Tendulkar and Siddhant Addhatrao are eligible for the T20 Mumbai League auction after representing different state associations last season. The auction is scheduled for May 2, with the tournament in June.
Lakshmi N. Mittal and his son Aditya Mittal, along with Adar Poonawalla, have acquired a majority stake in Rajasthan Royals with a bid of $1.65 billion after another consortium pulled out.
Police in Gurugram have arrested four individuals in connection with the shooting at the residence of Saurabh Yadav, event organiser for singer Rahul Fazilpuria. The arrested individuals are accused of providing logistical support to the shooters, who remain at large.
Delhi Police have arrested four individuals in connection with a daylight robbery near Azadpur Mandi, recovering a car purchased with the stolen money. The arrests followed an inter-state manhunt across Uttar Pradesh.
Police in Samba and Udhampur districts of Jammu and Kashmir arrested seven alleged drug peddlers as part of an intensified anti-drug campaign.
Delhi Police have arrested five men from Rajasthan for allegedly robbing a woman's house in Hargovind Enclave, making off with cash and jewellery worth approximately Rs 45 lakh. The accused gained entry under false pretences, confined the woman, and stole valuables before fleeing. Police are still searching for one more suspect.
India's junior shooters continued their impressive performance at the ISSF Junior World Cup in Cairo, securing four more medals, including three silver and one bronze, bringing their medal tally to third place.
Four people have been booked in Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly abducting and assaulting a man, tying him to a tree, and beating him. The incident, captured in a viral video, occurred under the Kunda police station limits, prompting a police investigation and condemnation from political figures.
Shiva Narwal secured gold in the men's 10m air pistol event at the ISSF Junior World Cup, with Chirag Sharma winning bronze.
Frankly, was it really necessary in the middle of a fratricidal war for External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to travel to Abu Dhabi for a one-on-one with the sheikh on April 12?Or, for National Security Advisor Ajit Doval to follow up on April 26? Or, for PM Narendra Modi to follow through today? There are no easy answers, notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.
Two men were killed in a motorcycle accident near Majlis Park Metro station in Delhi. Police are investigating if a third person was also on the bike.
A stabbing incident near a synagogue in north-west London, which left two Jewish men injured, has been declared a terrorist incident by UK counter-terror police. A 45-year-old man is in custody as authorities investigate whether the Jewish community was deliberately targeted.
Top tennis players, including Jannik Sinner, Aryna Sabalenka, and Coco Gauff, are threatening to boycott the French Open due to dissatisfaction with the current prize money distribution, claiming a lack of respect and a decreasing share of tournament revenue.
India's junior shooting team is set to compete at the ISSF Junior World Cup in Cairo, with a strong contingent of 71 athletes participating in various events.
Bengaluru police arrested four individuals, including two women, for allegedly running a prostitution racket from rented houses in various parts of the city. The operation led to the rescue of four women who were allegedly forced into prostitution.
Five Indian relay teams are set to compete in the World Athletics Relays in Gaborone, Botswana, aiming to secure qualification for the 2027 World Athletics Championships in Beijing.
Investigators probing the murder of Chandranath Rath, a close aide of West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari, have found a key lead in the form of a UPI transaction made at a toll plaza in Howrah.
A pension fraud has been uncovered in Himachal Pradesh, where over 40 individuals were falsely declared as 'elderly' in official records to receive old-age pensions.
Cricket Canada has appointed Monty Desai as the head coach of its men's national team, aiming to rebuild after allegations of corruption and mismanagement. Desai's experience with associate nations like Nepal and Afghanistan is expected to bring transformation through leadership and discipline.
Wrestling Federation of India President Sanjay Singh addressed allegations of bias against Haryana wrestlers and acknowledged ongoing doping concerns after used syringes were found at the National Open Ranking Tournament.
Two wanted members of the Bawaria gang were killed in an encounter with police in Mathura. The accused were wanted in connection with a dacoity. Two police personnel sustained injuries in the encounter.
Julian Metherell, Chairman of The Hundred franchise London Spirit, will succeed Ed Smith as the President of Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) from October. Metherell, a long-time MCC member, was nominated by Smith and will serve a three-year term. The MCC, founded in 1787, owns Lord's Cricket Ground and governs the laws of cricket.
John Korir broke the Boston Marathon course record on Monday in a Kenyan sweep as compatriot Sharon Lokedi defended her title on a chilly day with a gusty tailwind.
Bengaluru police arrested two men for allegedly harassing a young woman walking on a road. The incident occurred near Kogilu Main Road in Maruthi Nagar. The accused, who work as delivery boys, were traced using their two-wheeler's registration number.
Indian skier Arif Mohammad Khan finished 39th in the men's slalom event at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympic Games, marking India's best-ever finish in the event.
Irish footballers, celebrities and campaigners have urged the FAI to boycott UEFA Nations League matches against Israel, citing the Gaza conflict and alleged breaches of FIFA and UEFA statutes.
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